Grant Writer

The Grant Writer will search for available grants and requests for proposals (RFP's), research their requirements and deadlines, and secure funding that aligns with Genesis's mission and financial needs.

• Research grant opportunities from government/non-government agencies, foundations, corporate foundations, community agencies, et al.
  
• Prepare grant proposals, reports, correspondence, budgets and respond to requests for information from funding agencies.
  
• Submit proposals and reports to Chief Impact Officer for approval. Submit approved proposals and reports to funding agencies.
  
• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.
  
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
  
• Maintain positive relationships with funders, donors and other key stakeholders.
  
• Maintain records via organizational database, shared files and grant management tools and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
  
• Maintain a calendar of RFP's and grant reporting deadlines.
  
• Support site visits and related meetings from funding agencies and donors with room preparation, informational collateral, slide deck preparation, and other tasks as needed.
  
  Skills / Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, creative writing or a related area (master's degree preferred)
    
  • Minimum of two year's experience in grant writing. Experience in writing for causes related to women, children, and/or domestic violence preferred.
    
  • Excellent knowledge of the grant proposal submission and fundraising processes including online/electronic grant submissions, crafting compelling appeals and proposals that secure gifts and grants. A strong understanding of the local and regional philanthropic community.
    
  • Knowledge in basic understanding of budgets
    
  • Superior organizational and time management skills
    
  • Ability to work successfully within in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and meet deadlines for submitting grant proposals and reports.
    
  • Ability to handle confidential matters with utmost integrity
    
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
    
  • Experience with Blackbaud solutions including Raiser' Edge and Research Point preferred
    
  • Experience with grant management tools including Instrumentl or similar preferred
    
  • Experience with AI tools for grant writing and fundraising preferred
    
  • Experience with Canva for creating compelling slide decks and fundraising communications
    
  • Ability to work independently and be a self-starter with little to no on-site supervision
    
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written